# Behr Cold Steel

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cold-steel](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-cold-steel)

Behr's Cold Steel MQ5-20 adds a sophisticated touch to any space with its cool and modern undertones. This versatile hue pairs beautifully with soft neutrals like warm beige and cool grey, creating a harmonious and calming ambiance. To add a pop of contrast, consider incorporating accents in deep navy or muted olive. Cold Steel's subdued elegance makes it a perfect choice for contemporary or minimalist interiors seeking a touch of refinement.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** Behr
- **Color name:** Cold Steel
- **Color code:** MQ5-20
- **HEX:** #808f98
- **RGB:** 128, 143, 152
- **LRV:** 26.22%
- **Brightness:** Mid-tone
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 202° Saturation: 15.79% Value: 59.61%
- **HSL:** hsl(202, 10, 55)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 15.79 Magenta: 5.92 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 40.39
- **YIQ:** Y: 139.541 I: -11.831 Q: -0.372
- **XYZ:** X: 24.39 Y: 26.501 Z: 33.527
- **CIE Lab:** L:58.509 a:-3.427 b:-6.591
- **CIE Luv:** L:58.509 u:-8.453 v:-9.014
- **Decimal:** 8425368
- **Hunter Lab:** 51.479, -5.516, -2.58

## Equivalent and related colors
- [Benjamin Moore Mineral Alloy](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-mineral-alloy-1622)
- [Benjamin Moore Chiswell Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-chiswell-blue-cw-660)
- [Valspar Steele Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-steele-blue)
- [Benjamin Moore Amsterdam](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-amsterdam-af-550)
- [Benjamin Moore Wild Blue Yonder](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-wild-blue-yonder-csp-620)
- [Valspar Stormy Skies](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-stormy-skies)
- [Behr Coastal Vista](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-coastal-vista)
- [Valspar Evening Eclipse](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-evening-eclipse)
- [Valspar Cottage Door](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-cottage-door)
- [Valspar Wet Seal](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-wet-seal)
- [Sherwin Williams Poolhouse](https://plan-home.com/color/poolhouse-sw-7603)
- [Behr Dark Storm Cloud](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dark-storm-cloud)
- [Benjamin Moore Polaris Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-polaris-blue-1649)
- [Valspar Blue Driftwood](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-blue-driftwood)
- [Valspar Blue Cashmere](https://plan-home.com/color/valspar-blue-cashmere)
- [Behr Norwegian Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-norwegian-blue)
- [Sherwin Williams Bracing Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/bracing-blue-sw-6242)
- [Benjamin Moore Van Courtland Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/benjamin-moore-van-courtland-blue-hc-145)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [Behr Dark Pewter](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-dark-pewter)
- [Behr Chance Of Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chance-of-rain)
- [Behr Galactic Tint](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-galactic-tint)
- [Behr Stargazer](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-stargazer)
- [Behr Supernova](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-supernova)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [Behr Nypd](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-nypd)
- [Behr Adirondack Blue](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-adirondack-blue)
- [Behr Atlantic Shoreline](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-atlantic-shoreline)
- [Behr Undersea](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-undersea)
- [Behr City Rain](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-city-rain)

## Complementary colors
- [Behr Autumn Ashes](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-autumn-ashes)
- [Behr Piano Brown](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-piano-brown)
- [Behr Tribeca](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-tribeca)
- [Behr Oak Creek](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-oak-creek)
- [Behr Chicago Fog](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-chicago-fog)
- [Behr White City](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-white-city)
- [Behr Underground](https://plan-home.com/color/behr-underground)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.